Scott Piland

Dr. Scott Piland is a Professor and Director at the School of Kinesiology & Nutrition, University of Southern Mississippi. He leads the Department of Defense-funded Applied Biomechanics Impact Laboratory, focusing on concussion prevention and sports protective equipment evaluation.

• PhD in Kinesiology from University of Georgia (2004)
• MA in Exercise and Sport Science from UNC-Chapel Hill (1998)
• BS in Physical Education from Valdosta State University (1996)

Dr. Piland's research centers on concussion biomechanics, brain injury prevention, and protective equipment optimization. His work quantifies how helmet design, footwear biomechanics, and mouthguard materials influence injury risk in military and athletic populations. Recent studies analyze dynamic impact performance, headform pose effects, and mechanical aging of sports materials.

Scientific trends in Dr. Piland's publications include military helmet testing, volleyball injury prevention, and neurocognitive assessment. His team explores advanced combat helmet friction dynamics, shoe collar height impacts on knee biomechanics, and novel materials for impact mitigation.

Dr. Piland co-directs the Applied Biomechanics Impact Laboratory, which evaluates brain injury risks and develops innovative protective technologies. He teaches KIN 301: Kinesiology and has served on national committees for sports injury prevention standards.